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Uncovering the secrets of the Stradivarius with technology

Current State — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:10:58 +0000

For centuries, the Stradivarius Violins have been acknowledged as fine instruments, whose work is set as a standard by all violin makers. The instrument was made by Antonio Stradivarius at Cremona, Italy, in 1690s.

Look up to the night sky! Michigan's summer constellations

Current State — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:09:30 +0000

Summer nights mean summer constellations, but if you slept through your astronomy class, it might be hard to figure out what exactly you are looking for. Current State’s Emanuele Berry joined John French, interim Director of the Abrams Planetarium for a tour of the summer sky.

MSU looks to strengthen ties with Cuba

Current State — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:33:48 +0000

MSU researcher scours continents in search of bird songs

Current State — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:31:30 +0000

With springtime finally arriving in mid-Michigan, the sounds of the season have also emerged again. The song of the northern cardinal is one of hundreds recorded by Dr. Pamela Rasmussen. She's an assistant professor of zoology at Michigan State University and assistant curator at the MSU Museum.

Current State #75 | April 26, 2013

Current State — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:31:38 +0000

Today on Current State: Lansing native Maureen Abood explores her Lebanese culture through writing and food; a researcher penetrates the murky world of organ trafficking; and MSU Library's world renowned comic book collection.

MSU researcher enters murky world of international organ trafficking

Current State — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:59:28 +0000

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=8dINhjtDM_g

From Chinese prisoners to peasants in Bangladesh to prisoners of war in the Balkans, victims of organ trafficking span the globe. Some are enticed by promises of cash payments for their kidneys and other organs, others are forced against their will. Few of them ever receive proper medical care or the money they were promised.

MSU comic book collection draws scholars from around the world

Current State — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:54:01 +0000

Inaugural MSU Science Festival features hands-on learning

Current State — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:33:52 +0000

Author David Shields shuns novels, favors hybrid storytelling

Current State — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 17:17:52 +0000

Renowned author David Shields will be on the MSU campus at Wells Hall today (Wednesday, April 17) for a lecture on his latest book How Literature Saved My Life. The author of 14 books and the Milliman Distinguished Writer-in-Residence at the University of Washington. Shields discusses his work and his take on current literary storytelling.

Family Resource Center helps MSU student-parents thrive

Current State — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:47:46 +0000

Adjusting to the demands of college life can be difficult for any student. For many student-mothers, however, balancing the responsibilities of school, a job and being a parent can be overwhelming.

MSU hosts fencing clubs' national championships

Current State — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 17:30:08 +0000

Michigan State University men's basketball didn’t quite make it to the Final Four this year. But the school is competing in a somewhat lower profile contest this weekend.

MSU now home to interviews with atomic bomb survivors

Current State — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:38:24 +0000

MSU’s G. Robert Vincent Voice Library is now home to the largest collection of of interviews with people in the Americas who survived the bombings in Nagasaki and Hiroshima. The interviews provide insight into the global network of survivors and the issues which they continue to face. Dr. Naoko Wake has a joint appointment in MSU’s Lyman Briggs College and the Department of History. Naoko, who helped bring the collection to the library, discusses the interviews and what she’s learned from listening.

SportsTalk | Tue 3/26/13

Alex Scharg — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:10:35 +0000

Matt Ludtke continues the discussion on NCAA upsets, and also brings up the recent head coach firings from UCLA and Minnesota. He also discusses the possibility of Tom Izzo coaching the USA Olympic team. The Miami Heat are continuing their dominance, and MSU continues their tournament run. Matt and Alex cover it all on the air, and have open lines all show.

SportsTalk | Thu 3/21/13

Alex Scharg — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 17:30:25 +0000

Russ and Kirk give listeners continuous score updates from MSU's second round matchup versus Valparaiso. The two also hone in on Spring Training baseball from the Detroit Tigers, and recap the unfortunate season for the Detroit Pistons. The two have open lines, for listeners to give their emotions of March Madness.

The Higgs boson is confirmed, so what?

Current State — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:32:58 +0000

Last July, scientists at the European Organization for Nuclear Research, or CERN, announced that they had found a particle they described as “Higgs-like." Last week, after completing their examination of the data, lead researcher Joe Incandela announced that, in his words, “it is clear that we are dealing with a Higgs boson."

SportsTalk | Tue 3/12/13

Alex Scharg — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 18:11:15 +0000

Larry Marasco kicks off the show with NFL Free Agency buzz, and breaks down the NFC Central division. He also discusses options for the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions, along with the impact of the Percy Harvin trade. Larry closes the show with MSU basketball, and some NCAA tournament predictions.

Current State #38 | March 6, 2013

Current State — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 22:58:26 +0000

Today on Current State: The latest setback to the Lansing casino deal; Michigan ACLU on "Right to Work" lawsuit; the "Michigan 2020" plan; Neighbors in Action featuring All Saints Episcopal Church; folk legend Janis Ian; and MSU students and staff in Beijing.

In Beijing, MSU students and staff get taste of Chinese college life

Current State — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:43:53 +0000

It’s no secret that the Chinese student population has exploded at Michigan State over the last few years. And with that, there has been some friction, including last fall when some Chinese students’ cars were vandalized with graffiti telling them to “go back home.”

In an effort to improve cultural understanding in the MSU community, this week a delegation of students, faculty and staff is visiting China's capital city of Beijing to meet with their counterparts at Beijing Normal University.

Video project highlights MSU's work around the globe

Current State — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 19:47:45 +0000

A team of video storytellers from Michigan State University is wrapping up a two-month journey around the world. The crew is documenting the work of MSU researchers in countries such as China, Brazil and Malawi as they tackle challenges ranging from malnutrition and disease to human organ trafficking. The project is called “Spartans Will. 360.”

Current State’s Kevin Lavery catches up with team leader Jim Peck by phone in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Current State #22 | February 12, 2013

Current State — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:42:40 +0000

Today on Current State: Lansing City Council member Brian Jeffries and Lansing Township Supervisor Kathy Rodgers discuss the sale of Waverly Golf Course; MSU jazz professor Rodney Whitaker reflects on his career and previews an upcoming performance; founders of the Birmingham Urban League recall Alabama in the 1960s; and the MSU band's role in big games.